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commitees for social responsibility and sustainability, chaired by the chambers of commerce
and industry in each emirate. The strategy formulated as a part of the Impact Retreat held in
November 2024 was also reviewed, and strategic ini�a�ves aligning with the UAE's vision to
enhance social sustainability, were launched.

H.E. Mubarak Al Nakhi said, “Inspired by the insigh�ul vision of the UAE's wise leadership and
in accordance with their forward-looking direc�ves, we are crea�ng a roadmap to build a more
sustainable and prosperous future by strengthening the private sector's corporate social
responsibility framework. We also hope to enhance sustainable impact and expand the
par�cipa�on of private sector ins�tu�ons in light of global changes and best interna�onal
prac�ces, further building upon the achievements of Majra’s key ini�a�ves like ‘Impact Seal’,
‘MAJRA Council’, and ‘Impact Index’.

Sarah Shaw, CEO of Majra, said: “Majra is responsible for providing the necessary frameworks
and enablers to enhance the contribu�on of the private sector in shaping the UAE’s

sustainable future, while embedding social responsibility and sustainable impact as
cornerstones of the ins�tu�onal work system. Furthermore, we remain steadfast in our efforts
to establish a robust founda�on for collabora�ons, and sustainable impact, by suppor�ng the
approved projects and ac�va�ng the reference frameworks specified under the impact index.”

The commitee further reviewed updates to the Sustainable Impact Challenge, including the
integra�on of the Majra En�ty Portal and the launch of new award categories within the
challenge. These updates aim at expanding outreach and encouraging broader par�cipa�on

from businesses and organisa�ons across the UAE in this challenge, which was launched
during the fourth edi�on of Investopia 2025.

The mee�ng also reviewed the roadmap of the Impact Index, a na�onal benchmarking tool
designed to measure CSR, ESG, and sustainability performance in the private sector. It also
facilitates data collec�on, in line with na�onal and interna�onal frameworks, such as the
SDGs, Dow Jones Sustainability Index, and MSCI. Currently, Majra is preparing the first report,
set to be released in early 2026, in collabora�on with the Federal Compe��veness and
Sta�s�cs Centre, as well as other interna�onal organisa�ons.

At the end of the mee�ng, commitee members reaffirmed their commitment to advancing

Majra’s strategic vision by endorsing mechanisms that promote transparency, inclusivity, and
long-term impact across all ini�a�ves and programmes.

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